A new Thermodynamic water heaters was presented at the Salone Interclima 2024: is called Now xis being prototype and comes from a company based in the Var, France. The project was developed by Yacksmall industrial reality active in the heating sector, and stands out for some relevant technical characteristics: integration with solar systems, Estimated duration of 30 years and use of a heat pump to improve energy efficiency.
The prototype is the result of three years of research and developmentconducted at the R&D Center of the Company, in the south of France. The initiative received a total financing of 800,000 euros As part of the National Program France 2030of which 500,000 euros as a non -refundable contribution.
The device was made in composite materialschosen to ensure greater structural resistance and better heat conservation. According to the company’s statements, the goal is double the duration compared to the standard models currently on the market. Industrial scale production is scheduled for 2025with the creation of jobs in the national production chain.
Modular structure and compatibility with solar
One of the most significant technical aspects concerns the System modularitysince it can be combined with solar thermal panelsin particular those developed by the Spanish company Abordo. The device is therefore designed for function hybridlyadapting to the energy available and reducing the use of electricity.
The integration of the heat pump allows the system of exploit the warmth of the surrounding air To heat the water, helping to reduce consumption compared to a traditional electric boiler. This solution is in line with the current needs for containing energy consumption in the domestic field.
A prototype awaiting commercial validation
At the moment, now x remains a prototype not yet available on the marketbut the project was structured to answer a growing question of more efficient and lasting energy solutions. The production of domestic hot water represents one of the main sources of consumption in homes, and devices with characteristics such as these could help reduce the overall energy impact.
They remain to be evaluated, with the possible arrival on the market, real performance, production and maintenance costsAnd ability to adapt to different housing contexts. The choice of an entirely French production, in addition to the technical aspect, also involves an economic dimension linked to Industrial relocalization.
